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Best Restaurants for People Watching in Lauderdale by the Sea

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A photo of 101 Ocean restaurant
4.3
Awesome(193)
Price: Expensive
• American • Lauderdale by the Sea
Booked 1 time today
Thanks for visiting the 101 Ocean website. Our restaurant is located right in the heart of picturesque Lauderdale by the Sea and we"re just 50 yards from the beach.Our goal is to provide quality food and service at very affordable prices in casual, relaxed and beautiful surroundings. 101 Ocean is a casual yet classy restaurant with excellent food and an atmosphere that's always fun and entertaining.We have a huge outdoor bar and inside we have a 10' HD Television Screen. Our restaurant welcomes everyone - we very much hope you'll visit us soon!*****Book your Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Reservations Now! - Please Call us for Groups of 6 or More.****We take reservations for inside seating only. Outside seating is on a strict first come first serve basis.
A photo of Shooters Waterfront restaurant
4.5
Awesome(7738)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Lauderdale Beach
Booked 174 times today
A lot has changed since 1982; but despite Fort Lauderdale’s evolution, one restaurant on the Intracoastal has been there every step of the way. With its dockside views, fresh seafood, and lively events — all served up in a relaxed environment — Shooters Waterfront is a Florida icon. There’s a reason behind our longevity: We invite you to see for yourself.
A photo of DUNE By Laurent Tourondel restaurant
4.3
Awesome(4006)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Lauderdale Beach
Booked 49 times today
DUNE by Laurent Tourondel, named 2022 Best Restaurant (Fort Lauderdale) by Miami New Times, is one of South Florida’s most desirable oceanfront dining experiences. Enjoy an inspiring new menu and newly designed space by the illustrious Alfredo Paredes Studio. DUNE by LT will become your new favorites, featuring unparalleled ocean views and covoted beachfront dining access. DUNE by Laurent Tourondel is South Florida’s only celebrity chef-driven oceanfront restaurant and special event venues able to accommodate social, corporate gatherings, beachfront weddings, and other special occasions from 10 - 500 people with customized menus by Chef Laurent Tourondel in addition to oceanfront meetings and events. A private wine room is available by reservation in addition to semi-private and private spaces and dining rooms with full audio/visual and sound capabilities for seamless presentations.We look forward to hosting you at DUNE. A WeChef Hospitality dining concept.
A photo of Burlock Coast restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1535)
Price: Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Central Beach
Booked 30 times today
Offering modern coastal fare with a distinctly local undercurrent, Burlock Coast is an innovative restaurant-cafe-market-bar that channels the creativity of Prohibition era rumrunners. At the helm of Burlock Coast is Culinary & Beverage Director Paula DaSilva delivering only the highest quality seafood and produce as well as hand-crafted cocktails. Chef de Cuisine Adrienne Grenier drives the menu and evolves it seasonally and with daily specials. Floor to ceiling windows and open-air bar, expansive patio seating and breath-taking views of the Atlantic Ocean, Burlock Coast has been named one of the best restaurants on the beach. 20% service charge for parties of 6 or more will be added to the check. Please adjust at your discretion. For intimate occasions, celebrations or entertaining clients, we invite you to host your event in one of our private dining rooms. Contact us at (954) 302-6430 or email steve.mulch@ritzcarlton.com for more information regarding our private spaces.
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4.7
Exceptional(276)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Central Beach
Booked 4 times today
Cafe Ibiza is the perfect balance of authentic flavors, warm hospitality, and an engaging atmosphere. Featuring an all-day menu of fresh seafood, homemade pasta, chilled salads, and entree sandwiches, our warm and inviting oceanfront restaurant offers patio and indoor dining. Slip in for a cocktail at the bar or spend the night enjoying some of the best live music on Fort Lauderdale Beach.
A photo of Lulu's Bait Shack restaurant
4.1
Excellent(14)
Price: Moderate
• Grill • Central Beach
Booked 1 time today
Designed as an after work gathering spot each night of the week, Lulu's Bait Shack features live music and theme evenings that include industry nights for professional networking, wine nights, country western nights and more. Serving signature cocktails in bear shaped mugs and souvenir fishbowls, Lulu's Bait Shack also has a huge bar list with wines and beer to accompany the tasty foods.
A photo of Louie Bossi Ristorante - Fort Lauderdale restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6658)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Colee Hammock
Booked 188 times today
Louie Bossi's Ristorante, Bar & Pizzeria is a high-energy Italian eatery located on the famed Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale. Everything on the menu is made from scratch using only the freshest ingredients. Chef Louie Bossi serves delicious house made pastas, wood burning Neapolitan pizzas, home cooked Sicilian comfort food and of course, Chef Louie's famous house cured salumi. From the hearth baked bread and artisan jams to handmade pastas and pizza dough, gelato and crema di limoncello, everything is house made using the time honored methods of old world Italian chefs.
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4.6
Exceptional(5936)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 101 times today
Operated by a philosophy that it derives its name from, YOLO and neighboring O Lounge are vibrant, much-loved staples in the South Florida culinary and nightlife scene. The swanky Fort Lauderdale restaurant and adjacent lounge serves thoughtfully prepared contemporary American cuisine in a sophisticated, bustling atmosphere that includes a bar and dining room with open kitchen, and an outdoor patio, and features inventive cocktails and an extensive wine list to complement the menu. The longtime Las Olas hotspot serves up lunch and dinner daily, and is legendary for its happy hour and Brunch on Saturday & Sunday.
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4.1
Excellent(827)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Flagler Village
Booked 19 times today
A sky-high urban hideaway located on the rooftop of The Dalmar, Sparrow Fort Lauderdale offers guests a one-of-a-kind cocktail and culinary experience in the heart of Fort Lauderdale. Sparrow is anchored by both a main bar and lounge indoors, and an outdoor bar with a mix of city and ocean views, both boasting deliciously inventive menus. Sparrow’s cocktail program includes a range of selections from easy-drinking aperitifs to tropical riffs on classics and large format group offerings, while the scratch ingredient-driven food program consists of creative, shareable plates.Large Parties greater than 6 guests:Please contact us directly at reservations@sparrowbar.comDress Code Policy:Your comfort is our main priority; however, to enhance the experience of all of our guests, we ask that you dress in a fashion that complements the atmosphere. Please avoid beachwear, athletic jerseys, and athletic shorts, as well as sleeveless shirts and sandals/flip flops.
A photo of Big City Tavern - Las Olas restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2525)
Price: Moderate
• American • Colee Hammock
Booked 26 times today
Big City Tavern is a busy, vibrant restaurant reminiscent of the great urban taverns of Chicago, New York and Boston. A stylish, classic American restaurant, Big City offers a varied menu featuring dry aged steaks, burgers, fresh seafood, salads and fresh house-made pasta of the day. Some of the more popular dishes are the Pan Roasted Salmon with Tomato and the House-Made Charcuterie. The desserts are all enticing, all house made and all delicious. The extensive wine list emphasizes California varietals by the bottle or glass. With its magnificent grand bar always busy, Big City has a constant din of energy and conviviality. Big City offers outdoor sidewalk dining in the center of the action on Las Olas Blvd. If you have special needs, require high chairs or need assistance please notify us. Please call the restaurant to make reservations for parties of 8 or more!

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  • AnneVIP
    Connecticut •27 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Lovely venue right on the intracoastal. Service was top notch and food was very good. We were never rushed which made it even more enjoyable.
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    Shooters WaterfrontPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Lauderdale Beach
    4.5
  • Nick
    Atlanta •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The meal and service were excellent but beware the valet 'Jean'. First he tried to fast talk me into VIP parking for $20.00 - cash only - in front of the restaurant. Then, when I was leaving, I paid him $5.00 cash and a $3.00 tip and when I returned home, I received an alert from Visa that the restaurant charged my credit card $5.00 for valet parking. I called the restaurant and am waiting to hear back from them. Check your credit card if you pay cash at the valet.
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    DUNE By Laurent TourondelPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Lauderdale Beach
    4.3
  • LindsayVIP
    Toronto / Ontario •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    10/10 from the service to the food and the view! Andrei was our server and was fantastic and friendly, and you could see all of the team work hard, from our hosts as well as the other servers, to make sure you have a great experience. Great people watching spot. We had the fish dip, the burger and fish tacos along with La Rubia beer and some Chardonnay which were perfect for our afternoon of free time at the end of our vacation. We wish we could have stayed for dinner!
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    Burlock CoastPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Central Beach
    4.7
  • BethVIP
    Greater Boston •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 5 Jan 2025
    First time there and loved it. From the food to the the waitstaff and the music it was a perfect evening. Already planning our next visit.
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    Cafe IbizaPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Central Beach
    4.7
  • JaneVIP
    Fort Lauderdale •29 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 5 Dec 2024
    Dinner was delicious. The table had the grilled cheese, Greek salad, sea scallops, fish sandwich and crispy duck. Everyone was happy. Jordan was our server and she is great. She even helped present a birthday cake to my parents.
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    101 OceanPrice: Expensive• American• Lauderdale by the Sea
    4.3
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